After a hiatus in 2018, Docs Down Under has returned to linux.conf.au!
\r\n\r\nDocs Down Under is a technical communication-themed miniconference open to\r\nprofessionals of all kinds from across Australia. Topics on every aspect of\r\ntechnical communication are welcome, ranging from languages and tools to\r\nbuilding communities and the state of the industry. Following this year's\r\ntheme, we are particularly interested in talks on embedded documentation and\r\nthe future of technical communication in a highly connected world.
\r\n\r\nGreat documentation is a critical aspect of any successful project, and this\r\nminiconference brings together writing professionals, communicators, software\r\ndevelopers, and operators from across Australia to share their ideas,\r\ninformation, and experience. Whether you are are a professional writer, a\r\nproject contributor, or just interested in the art of communication, we invite\r\nyou to come along and get your docs on!
\r\n\r\n\r\n We are inviting talks on topics related to the field of technical communication\r\n and documentation in open source. If you work with documentation, we want to\r\n hear from you.\r\n
\r\nTopics for presentations could include (but are not limited to):
\r\nWe are now open for talk submissions. We have openings for:
\r\nDon\u2019t see a format here that interests you? Want to run a panel discussion or an interactive session? Let us know! The schedule is flexible and we're happy to accommodate.
\r\n\r\nSubmission are now open! Head over to linux.conf.au to create your speaker profile and submit your presentation summary.
\r\nWe encourage you to submit multiple proposals if you have lots of great ideas to share. Note that proposals can be edited up until the submission deadline.
\r\nIf you\u2019re looking for extra advice or want to chat about an idea before submitting you can always email us. We\u2019re excited to hear from you!
\r\nSubmissions close: 30th November 2018, New Zealand Standard Time
\r\nWe strongly encourage both new and experienced speakers from all walks of life to apply \u2013 all ages, genders, nationalities, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, and abilities. Like the main LCA conference, we respect and encourage diversity at our miniconf and all presentations and attendees must adhere to the Code of Conduct. If you would like any assistance with creating a proposal, don't hesitate to ask one of the organisers.
\r\n\r\n\r\nPlease note, linux.conf.au is a community run conference. Miniconf speakers do not receive complimentary tickets to the conference. To present or attend the miniconf you will need to be a registered attendee of linux.conf.au with either a Professional, Hobbyist, or Student ticket.
\r\nWe understand this is not easy to do for all people, and we ask that if you don\u2019t think you can attend the conference without assistance, please contact us. We would love to look at ways to help you attend. Your attendance and involvement is very important to us, and we want to help you be there.
\r\n\r\n\r\n30-11-2018 - Deadline for submissions
\r\n07-12-2018 - Confirmation of presentations
\r\n22-01-2019 - Doc Down Under miniconf\r\n
If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with Lana Brindley and Brian Moss at: docsdownunder@gmail.com.
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\r\n\r\n\r\n We're keen to run an inclusive CFP, and to be particularly inviting of speakers who've never spoken at a conference,\r\n or to people who are new to linux.conf.au.\r\n
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